Switch Plates & Outlet Covers Market Value
Current market data for 7,205 switch plates and outlet covers listed on eBay.
What you'll usually pay
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👉 In short easy summary
The best value is found in wood (-11%) and Bakelite (-8%) materials. Premium pricing is driven by ceramic and porcelain options, which command a 32% increase over the median.
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Price by material
Why? Prices range from wood at 16.95 to ceramic and porcelain at 24.99.
Price by color
Why? Brown is the most affordable at 16.65, while black reaches 22.24.
Price by decade
Why? Early 1900s plates command a 53% premium at 29, while 1950s plates are lower at 17.95.
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Common questions
What is the median price for a new switch plate?
The median price for new listings is 24.47.
Which material is the most expensive on average?
Ceramic and porcelain are the most expensive, both with a median of 24.99.
How does the price of 1920s plates compare to the market median?
Plates from the 1920s have a median price of 25, which is 32% above the market median.
How we got these numbers
Worked out from 200 live eBay listings (price range $9–$65, odd outliers ignored). These are asking prices, so use them as a guide. Last checked August 4, 2026.